Product recall · March 8, 2012

Lenovo Recalls ThinkCentre Desktop Computers Due to Fire Hazard

Recall number 12129 · About 50,500 · All Lenovo recalls

Hazard: A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.

What to do: Consumers should immediately stop using the computers, unplug the power supply and contact the firm to determine if your computer is included in the recall and to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the power supply.

Read the official CPSC recall notice (opens in a new tab)

Recalled product: Lenovo ThinkCentre M70z and M90z desktop computers
Recall number
12129
Announced
Product
Lenovo ThinkCentre M70z and M90z desktop computers
Manufacturer
Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C.
Importer
Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C.
Made in
Mexico
Affected products
The recalled all-in-one desktop computers, or PCs, are flat-panel monitors with the PC integrated into the monitor housing itself. The power supplies are also inside the monitor or PC housing. The computer chassis has a matte black finish with the brand name "ThinkCentre" in the lower left-hand corner of the monitor front. The recalled desktop model numbers are M90z and M70z along with the serial number and manufacturing date code can be found on a label on the underside of the unit. Models Date Codes M70z and M90z 1001 to 1012 1101 to 1112 001 to 012 101 to 112 Only certain of the M70z and M90z computers built in this time frame are affected. Consumers will need to check the serial number o
Units
About 50,500
Incidents / injuries
The firm received reports of one fire incident and one smoke incident in the U.S. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at
Online at Lenovo's websites, by telephone and direct sales through Lenovo authorized distributors nationwide from May 2010 through January 2012 for about $500 for the M70z model and $800 for the M90z model.
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Lenovo toll-free at (855)248-2194 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.lenovo.com/aiopsurecall
Source
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 12129
Last checked

What to do if you own this product

  • Stop using the product if the notice tells you to.
  • Find the model number, serial number or date code on the product and compare it with the notice.
  • Contact the company using the details above for the refund, repair or replacement.
  • Report an injury or a safety problem at SaferProducts.gov.

Read the official CPSC recall notice (opens in a new tab)

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls database. Recall data last checked against the CPSC database on November 9, 2026. Savings Ahead is not affiliated with the CPSC or the companies named; always follow the official notice. Found a mistake? See our corrections policy.